Kaka, FIFA's player of the year in 2007, recently decided to stay with AC Milan, ending talks over a record-breaking transfer bid from Manchester City reported to be worth about $150 million. While Kaka may not be going to Manchester this winter, it has been rumored—since David Beckham arrived in Milan this month—that Kaka may instead leave Milan for a future as a Real Madrid playe.

Let’s see what Chinese Astrology says about Kaka in order to understand him more and better predict his decision. His birthday is April 22th 1982; in the Chinese Zodiac his primary personality traits are ruled by the Water Dog.

Of all the signs, the Dog most symbolizes honor and loyalty in the Chinese Zodiac. As a Dog Kaka possesses some characteristics highly suited to a football player. He has a strong sense of fair play and forthrightness. He is good at controlling of his emotions and he chooses his battles carefully. He is most effective using a direct, if not aggressive, approach to life and tends to be proactive. A “head” sign, he is most comfortable basing decisions on logic. All of these traits make him easy to get along with on a day-to-day basis and a valued team member.

But the Chinese Zodiac also shows that the Dog is the most pessimistic sign. When he fails to solve the problems of the world he may become bitter and cynical, and in this way may inadvertently hurt the people around him. His flexible Water element makes Kaka less stubborn than other Dogs and although he holds firm to his opinions, he is also willing to listen to the views of others. Still, as a Dog, Kaka derives the most pleasure from love and family.

The 2009 Personal Forecast says that as the year progresses, Kaka may feel like he is slipping. As he doesn’t dare raise his head or growl or bare his teeth in this heavy-duty Ox year, Kaka will spend the first part of the year muzzle-to-grindstone at his career. He is uneasy by nature and may become rapidly more fearful about elements in his life that are out of his control. He may simply be afraid of losing ground in his field.

Although Dogs and Oxen are far from bosom buddies, they get on just fine as long as they stay out of each other’s way. Doggie, keep any revolutionary ideas to yourself in this Ox year and don’t stir up any political unrest.  Avoid rabble-rousing and your chances for personal success won't be foiled by the Ox’s influence. 

If Kaka follows the advice of Chinese Astrology, he will more closely approach his desires wherever he chooses to play.